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What type of permanent damage can one receive from an electric shock?
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An electric shock can cause burns. Because the electric current travels through the body, often the true extent of burns cannot be seen, only the entry and exit points appear burned. Fibrillation of the heart can be caused, which may lead to cardiac arrest and this can be lethal. Repeated or severe shock can lead to neuropathy.
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How do a person die due to electric shock?
You cannot die from the normal shock that you get when you rub the floor and then touch a light switch, etc. The amount of electrical current that is sent through your body is harmless and will do no permanent damage to you or your organs. The shock you have to worry about is the one you would receive from getting struck by lightning.
Would an mild electric shock cause nerve damage?
Yes it would cause a nerve damage but it depends on where and how long you give mild electric shock to somebody. i think so?
Why shouldn't you remove stuck toast from a toaster with silverwear?
You can receive an electric shock.
Will electric shock break a bone?
no. it will just damage your brain cells and your nerves
Are Neurological problems common with electric shock?
Yes, any kind of electric shock. Basically from my understanding: When you get shocked, your nerves are 'overdone' and some tend to damage. Not sure if this is correct though. But yes it DOES cause damage
Who is resposible voltage or current for electric shock?
It is impossible to separate the two. The voltage determines the magnitude of the current, and the current causes the damage. So, they are both responsible for electric shock.
What will happen if you touch a person while the AED is delivering a shock?
The person touching the victim will also receive an electric shock (not as powerful as the victim but a shock none the less).
What determines the damage caused to the human body by an electric shock?
You experience an electric shock when an electric current enters your body. A current can enter your body when you accidentally become part of an electric circuit. Whether you recieve a deadly shock depends on the amount of current that flows into your body. Answered on: October 24, 2011.
Can you replace battery acid with vinegar?
I wouldn't advise it because you could receive a massive electric shock
Can big electric shock harm you afterwards?
Yes indeed. Anybody who has received a big electric shock should be treated by a doctor as soon as possible. While there may not be any visible signs of damage to the person, such as burns or wounds, damage to the nervous system is very common.
Can you die from electric shock?
Yes. If strong enough, the electric current can cause intense muscle contractions. The muscle contractions can fatigue the muscle, depleting it of nutrients and electrolytes. When that happens, the muscle is incapable of functioning, and if the muscle happens to be your heart, you die. CPR can be helpful because it brings nutrients back to the heart muscle and provides sufficient blood flow to keep the individual alive until the heart can start again. In general, the effects of electric shock are immediate. If the voltage and current are high enough, an electric shock can burn tissue causing permanent damage.
Why neutral wire doesn't give electric shock?
The neutral wire doesn't give an electric shock because it is the same potential as ground. That being said if you come in contact with the "hot" wire and the neutral or ground wire, you become the load and will receive a substantial shock.
